RIYADH — The eight OPEC+ countries have agreed an increase in production by 206,000 barrels per day (bpd) from May. The eight countries—Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, UAE, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman— took this decision in their virtual meeting held on Sunday to review global market conditions and outlook. “In their collective commitment to support oil market stability, the eight participating countries decided to implement a production adjustment of 206,000 barrels per day (bpd) from the 1.65 million barrels per day additional voluntary adjustments announced in April 2023. This adjustment will be implemented in May 2026,” the OPEC+ said in…
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Maury G, Founder, Pivotale AI and Levels Ventures. PAIR — Partners AI Readiness — lets channel teams assess their own AI maturity and run client AI assessments that generate scores, comprehensive quality reports, and actionable quarterly playbooks. Dubai — Pivotale AI, the definitive authority in AI readiness and GTM strategy across Asia and the Middle East, today launches PAIR (Partners AI Readiness) — the world’s first AI maturity assessment platform built entirely for the technology channel. Driving international market expansion, PAIR went live simultaneously in Sydney (8 April) and globally at the GITEX AI Conference in Singapore (9 April). PAIR…
The Zayla’i Maritime Museum in Farasan stands as a prominent cultural landmark, showcasing the deep-rooted connection between the local community and the Red Sea. Through a collection developed over two decades, the museum offers a documentary-style experience that blends marine biology with cultural heritage, featuring thousands of artifacts, preserved specimens, and artworks crafted from shells and coral. Beyond its scientific displays, the museum highlights Farasan’s historical maritime legacy and complements the region’s famous heritage events, such as the annual Hareed Festival. By documenting traditional fishing practices and natural phenomena, the museum reinforces the cultural identity of the islands and serves…
Doctors across the UAE are cautioning residents about a hidden health risk following recent rains — humid indoor air that can trap allergens and lead to respiratory illnesses. The warning comes as the country experiences a spell of unstable weather, marked by heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, strong winds reaching up to 60 km/h, and hail. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels Health experts say moisture lingering inside homes after rain can silently degrade air quality, creating ideal conditions for allergens to accumulate and spread. Dr Samah Ahmed, Consultant Pulmonology at Burjeel Day Surgery Center,…
Qassim Region is witnessing a significant agricultural transformation as mulberry and berry cultivation rapidly expands under the Kingdom’s strategic push to diversify production and enhance food sustainability, evolving from individual initiatives and limited greenhouse experiments into integrated large-scale production projects that rival imported products in quality. This shift underscores a broader national commitment to agricultural innovation in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, with Qassim Region becoming particularly known for its production of black mulberries that thrive in its distinct soil and environmental conditions. Current agricultural projects also include the cultivation of white, red, and blue varieties, while…
WASHINGTON — The United States has asked satellite imagery providers to withhold distribution of photos from the Iran conflict zone, The Wall Street Journal reported Sunday. Planet Labs said it is shifting to a managed access model for images of the region, sharing them on a case-by-case basis and only for “urgent, mission critical requirements or in the public interest.” A company spokesperson said the US government has requested satellite firms to delay distributing imagery of the conflict zone indefinitely, adding that the revised policy will remain in effect until the war ends. Planet had already slowed the release of…
StarLink, an Infinigate Group company, is bringing its vision of AI-powered cyber resilience to GITEX Africa 2026, the region’s premier technology event, held from April 7 to April 9. At GITEX Africa, StarLink seeks to build strategic partnerships and demonstrate technologies that drive AI adoption, strengthen cyber resilience, and support a secure, innovative, and future-ready digital ecosystem across Africa. With an impressive portfolio, this year’s featured technologies: BeyondTrust, Commvault, Everpure, Forescout, LinkShadow, Progress, Riverbed, SecurX360, Sophos, and Tenable reflect StarLink’s strong commitment to delivering best-in-class solutions that address the evolving cyber threat landscape. Mahmoud Nimer, President, StarLink, stated: “GITEX Africa is…
RIYADH — The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) has urged the public to verify the trustworthiness of websites and online platforms when sharing personal data, documents, and biometrics to access services offered by these sites or platforms. The authority also cautioned against sharing such personal data with unofficial websites or platforms. The public was warned against sharing personal data, documents, and biometrics with untrusted online platforms and websites, including social media networks and applications, so as to protect individual privacy and personal data. The authority emphasized the importance of this precaution when sharing any personal data, documents, or…
The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) yesterday distributed 240 shelter kits and tents in Hadhramaut Governorate, Yemen, benefiting 720 individuals. This distribution is part of the fifth phase of an emergency food intervention project in Yemen and serves as a direct extension of the Kingdom’s ongoing humanitarian efforts, delivered through KSrelief, to alleviate the suffering of vulnerable populations worldwide. Source: Riyadh Daily
ISLAMABAD — Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said Saturday that Tehran approaches upcoming negotiations with the United States with “good intentions but no trust,” ahead of talks in Pakistan. “Unfortunately, our experience of negotiating with the Americans has always been met with failure and breach of contract,” Qalibaf said upon arrival in Islamabad, according to Tasnim News Agency. He accused Washington of attacking Iran during past negotiations, saying: “Twice in less than a year, in the middle of negotiations, despite the good intentions of the Iranian side, they attacked us and committed numerous war crimes.” Qalibaf said Iran remains…